influenza and norovirus warning for seniors this year
The piece urges seniors to avoid influenza and the looming norovirus, noting that the H1N1 vaccine is included this year but only about a third have been vaccinated. It states Relenza may be more effective than Tamiflu and emphasizes broad avoidance and prompt vaccination due to late timing and age-related risk.
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Stomach Flu Threats and Home Care Advice From Clark Gillespie
Senior Health warns that norovirus and stomach flu viruses mutate easily and spread in confined settings. The piece outlines symptoms including nausea vomiting and diarrhea, transmission via close contact and contaminated surfaces, and urges rest fluids isolation and careful hygiene. It also advises avoiding hospitals and offices unless necessary and features Clark Gillespie a retired OB/GYN from Aiken.
Clearwater Fire Dept Receives FEMA Firefighting Grant
The Clearwater Fire Department is awarded a 237,975 Assistance to Firefighters Grant from FEMA to buy a new pumper apparatus. This will be the first new pumper for the department in over 25 years.
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